One thing that Wolverhampton
should be famous for is innovation. During its recent industrial past
it has produced many inventors and entrepreneurs who have developed
advanced products that are second to none.

In the 1950's a Wolverhampton
company produced all kinds of photographic equipment, including top
quality 35mm cameras which outclassed most of the competition. The
company was K. G. Corfield Ltd who were based in Merridale Street and
became the country's leading 35mm camera manufacturer. What follows is
a description of the company and its products. I must thank John E.
Lewis for all of his help and enthusiasm, and for allowing me to use
material from his excellent book "Its by Corfield it must be
good". I would also like to thank Sir Kenneth Corfield and his
brother John who have
been most helpful. Finally, last but not least, I thank Janice Endean for finding
the camera details and
specifications.

The cover of John Lewis's excellent book which contains a
lot of useful information about Corfield's and their products. The cover
was designed by John Roberts who produced all of Corfield's adverts and
sales literature. If you would like a copy of the book, please email
John. His email address is: